First Friday Fling, Lakeport Reception spotlighting artists currently showing in the Main Street Gallery, with music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine; student gallery open. Artists from Inspirations by Salituri and New California Gallery also will be open to the public. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Main Street Gallery, 325 N. Main Street. Admission is free. Info: (707) 263-6658, www.lakecountyartscouncil.com.
Youth Dance, Clearlake Oaks DJ Toffer will host a dance for children under the age of 18, with five adult chaperones. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. East Lake Grange, 13010 E. Highway 20. Parents must drop off and pick up their children. Admission is $4 including food. Info: (707) 998-1450.
Spring Extravaganza, Middletown A dance, drama, and music performance hosted by the Community Arts Academy. 8 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Coyote Valley School’s multi-purpose room, 18950 Coyote Road, off Hartmann Road. Admission is $12 for adults, $7 for children under ten and seniors. Info: 707-987-8230.
“Nunsense,” Lower Lake A musical comedy by Dan Goggin for which the Lakeport Community Players and Lake County Repertory Theater groups get together for the first time in history. Friday’s performance benefits the Soper-Reese Theater. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Weaver Auditorium, Lower Lake Historical Schoolhouse Museum, 16435 Morgan Valley Road. General admission is $15; $12 for seniors, students, and members. Tickets available at Lake County Arts Council’s Main Street Gallery, Head Feathers Salon, and Catfish Books in Lakeport; Shannon Ridge in Clearlake Oaks; the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum; and the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church. Info: (707) 540-5554.
N.C.R.A. Auto Races, Lakeport BCRA Midget Challenge, with Mini Stocks, Bombers, Late Models, BCRA Midgets, and Vintage Midgets. Forty-second year sponsored by the Northern California Racing Association. Gates open at 5 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission is $12 for adults, $6 for children. Info: (707) 274-2844, www.lakeportspeedway.com.
Wild West Days, Upper Lake Fourteenth-annual Western-themed street festival, featuring a parade, Old West skits, wagon rides, antiques, a pancake breakfast, tri-tip barbecue, country music, and more. Sponsored by the Upper Lake Community Council; a benefit for community projects and the Upper Lake Volunteer Fire Department. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Main Street. Admission is free. Vendors pay $25 to participate. Info: (707) 275-2000, hablutzel@sbcglobal.net, or www.upperlakeca.com.
The Wood & Glory Classic Boat Show, Lakeport Ninth-annual gathering of classic wooden boats from the 1930s through the 1960s, including music at the gazebo and a barbecue. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Library Park, 333 Park Street. Viewing is free. Info: (707) 263-5092, www.lakeportchamber.com.
People Services, Inc. Chicken-Que Mardi Gras Festival, Lakeport Thirty-second-annual chicken barbecue fundraiser featuring music all day by the Lake County Diamonds, plus a door prize, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, beer and local wine, and a children’s area. Priest Family Trust will match all money raised. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street, Lakeport. Dinner is $6 per person or $20 for four people. Info: (707) 263-3810, donacarrier@nctac.com.
Lake County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run, Upper Lake, Clearlake, Middletown, and Lakeport Fifth-annual event in which law enforcement officers of Lake County come together to carry the “Flame of Hope” throughout the county to show support for Special Olympic athletes. Sponsored by Lake County Law Enforcement. Benefit for Lake County Special Olympics. You can show support by running in the event, supporting an officer or athlete, or cheering us on. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: (707) 349-3689, kristinan@co.lake.ca.us.
Cobbstock, Cobb Local musician Danny Prather has organized a “mini Woodstock” with three Lake County bands and one singer/songwriter to entertain campers and visitors. 5 to 10 p.m. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park, 14117 Bottle Rock Road. Admission is $15 per person. Info: 707-928-4322.
Konocti “Plein Air” Painters Art Exhibit, Lakeport Artwork completed by Konocti Painters on their twice-a-month paint-outs at Clear Lake and other locations around the county will be on display during the Wood & Glory IX antique wooden boat show. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Library Park, 333 Park Street. Viewing is free. Info: 707-279-2360.
“Learn to Row and Paddle” Day, Lakeport The Clear Lake Scullers is offering introductory lessons in rowing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboards. For students from middle school through high school and adults. 8 a.m. to noon. The club is located on the property of Natural High School. Admission is free. Info: 707-349-9779, www.clearlakescullers.org.
Clear Lake Bow Fishing Championship, Lakeport Bow fishing championship. Sponsored by Easton; hosted by Paradise Bow Hunters. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Carp shoot with carp weigh-in at Natural High School at 4 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Skylark Shores, 1120 North Main Street. Admission fee for participants. Info: (530) 877-7907, cwenterprises@earthlink.net.
Open Mic, Clearlake Poetry, music, and other cultural performances. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Java Express, 14624 Lakeshore Drive. Admission is free. Info: (707) 995-1065.
N.C.R.A. Auto Races, Lakeport Monster Trucks, Mud Bogs, and Sliders. Forty-second year sponsored by the Northern California Racing Association. Gates open at 5 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission is $15; children under 5 are free. Info: (707) 274-2844, www.lakeportspeedway.com.
“Nunsense,” Lower Lake A musical comedy by Dan Goggin for which the Lakeport Community Players and Lake County Repertory Theater groups get together for the first time in history. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Weaver Auditorium, Lower Lake Historical Schoolhouse Museum, 16435 Morgan Valley Road. General admission is $15; $12 for seniors, students, and members. Tickets available at Lake County Arts Council’s Main Street Gallery, Head Feathers Salon, and Catfish Books in Lakeport; Shannon Ridge in Clearlake Oaks; the Lower Lake Historic Schoolhouse Museum; and the Kelseyville Presbyterian Church. Info: (707) 540-5554.
Free Fishing Day, countywide A statewide one-day California Department of Fish and Game program. All regulations apply on lakes and reservoirs, but no license is required for sport fishing. Info: (916) 227-2290, www.dfg.ca.gov.
“Learn to Row and Paddle” Day, Lakeport The Clear Lake Scullers is offering introductory lessons in rowing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboards. For students from middle school through high school and adults. 8 a.m. to noon. The club is located on the property of Natural High School. Admission is free. Info: 707-349-9779, www.clearlakescullers.org.
Local Artists’ Open Studio, Kelseyville Featured artists Diane Tembey-Stawicki, Joan Mankins, Gaylene McComb, Toni Anderson, Katie Bridges-Folk, and Bobbie Bridges. Artwork includes prints and original watercolors, acrylics, oils, pastels and clay.10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2932 Buckingham Drive. Info: 707-279-1786.
Mount Konocti Dairy Goat Association Show, Kelseyville First-annual show including goat races, live country music, barbecue, 4-H food booths, vendors, raffles, and prizes. Sponsored by the Little Dipper Farm; a benefit for Lake County youth. Judged shows will begin at 8 a.m. Little Dipper Farm, 3750 Benson Lane. Admission is free for spectators; $5 entry fee for Ankle-Biter confirmation/showmanship clinic for children under 18 years old with registered or unregistered dairy-type goats. Info: (707) 245-8082, littledipperfarms@yahoo.com, www.littledipperfarms.com.
Youth Dance, Clearlake Oaks DJ Toffer will host a dance for children under the age of 18, with five adult chaperones. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. East Lake Grange, 13010 E. Highway 20. Parents must drop off and pick up their children. Admission is $4 including food. Info: (707) 998-1450.
N.C.R.A. Auto Races, Lakeport Modifieds, Mini Stocks, Bombers, Late Models, and Pro-4. Forty-second year sponsored by the Northern California Racing Association. Gates open at 5 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children. Info: (707) 274-2844 or www.lakeportspeedway.com.
Book Sale, Middletown Most books will be sold at $5 per bag with selected quality books sold individually. Presented by Friends of Middletown Library. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the lawn of the Middletown Library, at the corner of Calistoga and Callayomi streets. Info: 707-987-3674.
Middletown Days, Middletown Forty-seventh-annual Western-theme community event including a ranch rodeo Saturday, gymkhana Sunday, barbecue, games, children’s activities, live music, craft booths, and more. Presented by Middletown Central Park Association. Parade begins at 11 a.m. Saturday; dance begins at 9 p.m. Saturday. Middletown Central Park, 15299 Central Park Road. Info: (707) 987-9310, (707) 987-1076.
Kickin in the Country, Kelseyville Street dancing, family gathering, music, raffle, refreshments, and more. Sponsored by and benefit for the Kelseyville Business Association. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Main Street. Admission is free. Info: (707) 279-8559, www.visitkelseyville.com.
Paul Revere and the Raiders, Nice Rock music. 8 p.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino, 1545 E. Highway 20. Admission is $25; reserved seating. Must be 21 years of age to attend. Info: (707) 262-4000, (800) 809-3636, or www.rrrc.com.
Lakeport Summer Concerts: Chicken & The Defenders, Lakeport Rock/blues. Sponsored by KXBX, Shore Line Realty, Granite Construction, Park Place, and Café Vasquez. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Library Park. Admission is free. Info: 707-263-6113.
Kulture Shock Car Show, Lakeport Second-annual car show, plus live bands, beer, food, and vendors. Cars include 1964 and older, traditional ‘50s- and ‘60s-style hot rods, customs, gassers, and classics. Motorcycles include original, traditional ‘50s and ‘60s chopper and bobber styles. Presented by Los Diablos Car Club. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with trophies presented for Hot Rod, Best Custom, and Best of Show at 3 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission is $5 for spectators; registration is $25 for entrants. Info, registration: (707) 263-3283, www.kultureshockcarshow.com.
Lake County Home Winemakers Festival, Kelseyville Fifth-annual festival for tasting the winemaking efforts of dozens of Northern California amateurs, as well as those from leading Lake County commercial wineries; tasters vote on their favorites. There will be live jazz music and plentiful food for sale in this friendly downtown area, plus art, crafts, and a silent auction. Sponsored by Clear Lake Performing Arts, its auxiliary, the Kelseyville Business Association, and the Lake County Winegrape Growers Association. Benefit for Clear Lake Performing Arts. 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Main Street. Tasting is $15 per person and includes a commemorative wine glass. Info: (707) 277-7076, (707) 277-8172, or www.clearlakeperformingarts.org.
Art in the Pines, Cobb An annual event featuring more than 30 artisans displaying and selling fine art, art glass, pottery, jewelry, and other high-end crafts all hand made by members of the Cobb Mountain Artists collective and other artists. Lake County wineries will be present to offer winetasting, food will be available from Rob Roy Golf Course, the site of the event, and live jazz will be the entertainment. Sponsored by the Cobb Mountain Artists. An entrance donation of $1 will benefit the Cobb Mountain Elementary School art programs. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. 16451 Golf Road. Info: (707) 928-6461, cobbmtnartists@mchsi.com.
Lakeport Summer Concerts: The C.A.M. Jam, Lakeport 70s rock. Sponsored by KXBX, Studio 175, HouseHunterRick.com, the Grocery Outlet, Rogers’ Glass, and Lake Family Resource Center. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Library Park. Admission is free. Info: 707-263-6113.
Hospice Services of Lake County Anniversary Celebration, Lakeport Twenty-seventh-annual celebration including dinner, dancing, musical entertainment, silent auctions, and more. Benefit for Hospice Services of Lake County. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Fritch Hall, Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Info: (707) 263-6222.
N.C.R.A. Auto Races, Lakeport Mini Stocks, Bombers, Bonus Bombers, Late Models, and Legends. Forty-second year sponsored by the Northern California Racing Association. Gates open at 5 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children. Info: (707) 274-2844 or www.lakeportspeedway.com.
Maxine Sherman Memorial Fireworks, Clearlake Oaks Fourth-annual fireworks display in honor of the late Maxine Sherman, a Clearlake Oaks/Glenhaven Business Association member who held numerous fundraisers to always secure an annual fireworks display. Sponsored by Clearlake Oaks/Glenhaven Business Association. Wigeon Bay. Info: (707) 998-4210, info@clearlakeoaks.org, or www.clearlakeoaks.org.
City of Clearlake Independence Day Festivities, Clearlake Street fair, kinetic sculpture racing, live music, car show, arts and crafts, barbecue, children’s activities, and more. Sponsored by the Lakeshore Lions Club and the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce. Parade kicks off event at 11 a.m. from Redbud Park, 14655 Lakeshore Drive, to Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive, where festivities will be held. Fireworks over Clear Lake follow event at dusk. Info: (707) 994-3600, (707) 994-3070.
International Worm Races, Clearlake Thirty-seventh-annual worm race competition. Presented by Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce. Held in conjunction with City of Clearlake Independence Day Festivities. Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive. Info: (707) 994-3600.
Studio 95453 Disco Dance Lounge, Lakeport Twenty-seventh-annual celebration including food by the Blue Wing Saloon, light show by Avenue Illumination, dance and costume contests, P.A.C.K. Disco Dancers, and Fab D.J. Benefit for Hospice Services of Lake County. 6 p.m. Fritch Hall, Lake County Fairgrounds, 401 Martin Street. Suggested ticket price is $75 per person. Info, reservations: (707) 263-6222.
Clear Lake State Park Nature Walk, Kelseyville Nature walk with Glenn Smith on the Dorn Trail. Visitors can receive a free pass to attend programs, tour the Visitor Center, or take a walk with a docent. Meet at the Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m., which includes the Natural History Museum, gift shop, and auditorium and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. 5300 Soda Bay Road. Info: 707-279-2267.
